Interstate 90: Concert Band Conductor Score

$12.00 USD

Interstate 90: Concert Band Conductor Score

Name: Interstate 90: Concert Band Conductor Score
Brand: Alfred Music
SKU: 36-50105324
Price: 12.00 USD
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By Alan Shulman / arr. Adam Michlin

Grade: 4

Item: 36-50105324

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In the late 1960s, Alan Shulman composed four works for symphonic winds. Interstate 90 dates from a 1962 sketch depicting a drive heading west on the Massachusetts Turnpike and New York State Thruway. It was completed in August 1968 and received its first performance in 1969 by the Gloria Concert Band conducted by Don Butterfield. This arrangement was written by Adam Michlin. (3:00)

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Series: LudwigMasters Symphonic Band

Publisher: Keiser Productions, Inc.

ISBN10: 8-89-270314-5

ISBN13: 979-8-89-270314-7

UPC: 659359503184

SKU: 36-50105324

Instrumentation: Concert Band

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About the Composer: Alan Shulman

Alan Shulman (1915-2002) was an American composer and cellist who wrote extensively for wind band and chamber ensembles. His catalog includes numerous works for symphonic winds, many of which showcase his gift for accessible yet musically substantial writing that engages both players and audiences.

Shulman's compositions often drew inspiration from American landscapes and experiences. Interstate 90 exemplifies this approach, translating the experience of a cross-country drive into musical form. His work remains popular in the concert band repertoire for its clarity, tunefulness, and technical balance.

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Why we love this

Interstate 90 arrives with a clear sense of place and purpose. At Grade 4, it offers enough musical substance to hold an audience's attention while remaining within the technical grasp of a solid high school or advanced middle school band. The piece captures the energy and momentum of travel without relying on gimmickry, making it a refreshing choice for a concert program.

What to expect

Interstate 90 captures the open-road character of mid-20th-century American travel. The music unfolds with a sense of journey, blending accessibility with genuine musical architecture. The piece conveys momentum and optimism without bombast, offering listeners a musical snapshot of freedom and forward motion.

Who it's for

This work suits concert bands at the Grade 4 level who are ready to tackle music with narrative and structural coherence beyond simple march or fanfare formats. It appeals to directors seeking Americana-influenced repertoire that is both engaging and rewarding without excessive technical demands. Players benefit from performing a piece that connects to something tangible: the experience of movement and discovery.

How to get the most out of it

Establish a steady, confident tempo that reflects the forward motion of the highway. The piece should feel like momentum, not urgency.
Balance the ensemble so that melodic lines sing through the harmonic fabric. Avoid letting the full sound obscure individual instrumental voices.
Attend to phrase shaping in the brass; even straightforward passages benefit from gentle dynamic contours that suggest the unfolding landscape.
Ensure the rhythm section sits together solidly. A locked foundation allows the upper voices freedom to shape their lines expressively.

How to use it

Program Interstate 90 as a contrasting centerpiece between more formal or virtuosic works. Its accessible character and American vernacular make it effective in pops concerts, community performances, or tribute programs celebrating American composers. The three-minute length also makes it ideal for concerts that balance showpieces with substantive repertoire.